Comparison

Navidog for MySQL vs Master SQL

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Navidog for MySQL

Features
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Connect to MySQL and MariaDB from your iPhone and iPad. Run SQL, read your results and browse your schema โ€” your device connects to your server directly, with no Navidog account and no servers of ours in the path. QUERY โ€ข A SQL editor with syntax highlighting and MySQL keyword completion โ€ข Results in a table you can scroll and search โ€ข Query history, per connection โ€ข Share query results as CSV (Pro) BROWSE โ€ข Databases, tables and views in a searchable list โ€ข Page through table data โ€ข Column types, keys, defaults and nullability at a glance โ€ข Indexes, and the CREATE statement behind any table, view or stored routine CONNECT โ€ข MySQL 5.7 and 8.x, MariaDB, and managed database services โ€ข TLS, with the certificate handling managed hosts expect โ€ข SSH tunnels for servers you reach through a jump host โ€ข Paste a mysql:// URI or a connection string and the form fills itself in โ€ข Passwords are kept in the system Keychain, and saved connections never hold them in plain text MYSQL REFERENCE A searchable cheat sheet of MySQL syntax โ€” joins, indexes, data types, common statements โ€” for when you are away from your desk. FREE AND PRO The free version includes two saved connections. Pro removes the limit and adds CSV sharing for query results, plus the light theme and the accent colors. Monthly, yearly, or a one-time purchase โ€” and Pro applies to the Mac app too, on the same Apple Account. PRIVACY Database traffic does not pass through our servers. There is no Navidog account to create, no analytics SDK and no crash reporter. SIX LANGUAGES English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, German and French โ€” switched inside the app, no restart. Browsing on iPhone and iPad is read-only for table data; the Mac app adds in-place row editing. Anything you write yourself in the SQL editor runs as you typed it. Terms of Use: https://navidog.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://navidog.app/privacy

About

Master SQL

Features
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Master SQL is the professional database management tool designed exclusively for iPad. Connect directly to MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MariaDB, SQL Server, and MongoDB โ€” all from your tablet. DIRECT CONNECTION Connect to your database servers via TCP without any middleware. Your data never passes through our servers. SSH tunnel support included for secure connections. POWERFUL SQL EDITOR Write and execute SQL with syntax highlighting, auto-complete for table and column names, multiple tabs, and full Magic Keyboard support. Run queries with โŒ˜+Enter, view EXPLAIN plans visually, and save your favorite queries for quick access. VISUAL DATA BROWSER Browse tables in a spreadsheet-like view. Edit cells inline, add or delete rows, filter and sort data visually. NULL, BLOB, and JSON values are displayed with smart formatting. ER DIAGRAM (Pro) Auto-generate entity relationship diagrams from your database schema. Visualize foreign key relationships with pinch-to-zoom and drag-to-reposition. SERVER MONITOR (Pro) Monitor active connections, running queries, database sizes, and slow query logs in real-time with auto-refresh. CLOUD BACKUP (Gold) 1GB encrypted cloud storage for SQL dumps, connection profiles, saved queries, and app settings. Your backups are AES-256 encrypted. PLANS Free: 2 connections, 3 tabs, 5 saved queries, CSV export Pro: Unlimited everything, all export formats, ER diagram, server monitor Gold: Everything in Pro + 1GB cloud backup & sync Supported databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MariaDB, SQL Server, MongoDB. 16 languages supported. Built for iPad with Split View, Stage Manager, and Apple Pencil support. Terms of Use: https://mastersql.ssd.nz/terms Privacy Policy: https://mastersql.ssd.nz/privacy

Screenshots

Navidog for MySQL4 screens
Master SQL3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Navidog for MySQL at every 2 months against Master SQL's every 6 months. Navidog for MySQL also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Navidog for MySQL sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Master SQL sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Navidog for MySQL ships an update every 2 months, Master SQL every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Navidog for MySQL versus Master SQL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNavidog for MySQLMaster SQL
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 months โ€” betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 โ€” better26.2
Further details โ€” not scored
Size28 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerๅ†ฐๅ†ฐ ้‚“SECKIN SEFA DURASI

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Navidog for MySQL

Subscriptions4
  • iOS Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Mac Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
  • iOS Pro Annual$19.991 Year
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  • Mac Pro Annual$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • iOS Pro Lifetime$49.99
  • Mac Pro Lifetime$79.99
6 purchases

Master SQL

Subscriptions4
  • Pro$4.991 Month
  • Gold$7.991 Month
  • Pro$39.991 Year
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  • Gold$59.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Lifetime$79.99
  • Gold Lifetime$119.99

Questions

Is Navidog for MySQL free?
Navidog for MySQL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Master SQL free?
Master SQL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Navidog for MySQL or Master SQL have ads?
Neither Navidog for MySQL nor Master SQL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Navidog for MySQL or Master SQL?
Navidog for MySQL ships an update every 2 months, and Master SQL every 6 months. Most recently, Navidog for MySQL was updated on October 9, 2026 and Master SQL on October 7, 2026.

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